Formula 1

From skipping a category to taking a more unusual route to the top, F1.com looks back at the rapid rises of nine drivers who went on to impress when they arrived in Formula 1.

A strong start to the season, but Charles Leclerc has seen his odds slip to win a maiden F1 World Championship.

He has finished in the points at the last two F1 races and will be looking to stay ahead of team mate Arvid Lindblad.

Kimi Antonelli has challenged George Russell’s authority at Mercedes in 2026 – the Italian teenager making it back-to-back Grand Prix wins at the Japanese Grand Prix and moving ahead of his established team mate to sit at the top the Drivers’ Championship standings.

Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari have been back out on track this week to help Pirelli with some valuable development work.

Here is all you need to know about F1's cost cap and why it has increased in 2026.

F1.com takes a closer look at some of the most incredible – and unusual – records from across the sport's history.

Daniel Ricciardo has reflected on the decision to remove him from his Racing Bulls seat in 2024, as his F1 career came to an abrupt end.

Lawrence Barretto delves into Gianpiero Lambiase's confirmed move from Red Bull to McLaren, and what it means for Max Verstappen.

The only rookie on the F1 grid this season, but Racing Bulls’ new star is already making a name for himself.

Williams have announced the appointment of Dan Milner from rivals Mercedes to act as their new Chief Engineer – Vehicle Technology.

Max Verstappen’s long-time race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase will leave Red Bull in 2028 and move to McLaren as Chief Racing Officer.

Formula 2 will be racing in North America for the first time with Miami and Montreal to host Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2026 season.

Ollie Bearman has been a standout performer in 2026 for Haas so far, but the Briton has strong links with Ferrari.

F1.com takes a look back at some of the most memorable – and eye-catching – tech innovations the sport has witnessed over the years.

A first Ferrari podium for Hamilton, but Mercedes’ strong start to the season has seen his chances dip.

F1 ACADEMY Champion Doriane Pin is Tom Clarkson’s guest on this week’s Beyond The Grid podcast.

Judged by both fans and an expert panel, the Crypto.com Overtake of the Month Award celebrates the drivers that dare to perform the most challenging and courageous overtake manoeuvres during a race.

F1.com's Lawrence Barretto selects his winners and losers following the first three rounds of the 2026 Formula 1 season.

Kimi Antonelli has opened up on where he's stepped up from his maiden season, and where he still needs to improve for 2026.